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Fed. Judge Says FTC Can Sue over Poor Data Security
In a case being closely watched by general counsel, a federal judge ruled last month that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has the authority to take legal action against companies that have faulty security practices for consumer data.
“The FTC can now speak with an authoritative tone on what amounts to reasonable data-security practices. Inside and outside counsel will have to listen,” attorney Michael Cowie told e-Commerce Law & Strategy's ALM sibling Corporate Counsel. Cowie, a partner at Dechert in Washington, DC, is a former assistant director and senior litigation counsel at the FTC.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.